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Dancers: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

Perform dances. May perform on stage, for broadcasting, or for video recording.

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This source lists 14 tasks, including 10 marked Core and 4 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2019.

14 tasks shown

Core · Task 7686 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Study and practice dance moves required in roles.

Core · Task 7687 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Harmonize body movements to rhythm of musical accompaniment.

Core · Task 7685 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Train, exercise, and attend dance classes to maintain high levels of technical proficiency, physical ability, and physical fitness.

Core · Task 7690 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Coordinate dancing with that of partners or dance ensembles.

Core · Task 7693 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Develop self-understanding of physical capabilities and limitations, and choose dance styles accordingly.

Core · Task 7688 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Perform classical, modern, or acrobatic dances in productions, expressing stories, rhythm, and sound with their bodies.

Core · Task 7689 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Collaborate with choreographers to refine or modify dance steps.

Core · Task 7692 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Audition for dance roles or for membership in dance companies.

Core · Task 7691 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Attend costume fittings, photography sessions, and makeup calls associated with dance performances.

Core · Task 7694 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Monitor the field of dance to remain aware of current trends and innovations.

Supplemental · Task 21141 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Prepare pointe shoes, by sewing or other means, for use in rehearsals and performance.

Supplemental · Task 7697 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Perform in productions, singing or acting in addition to dancing, if required.

Supplemental · Task 7695 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Teach dance students.

Supplemental · Task 7696 · 08/2019 · Incumbent

Devise and choreograph dance for self or others.

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